3.20.2013

It is so wonderful to look out my window and see the sun shining and hear the birds chirping away, spring is definitely on its way.

I was feeling crafty, but since I couldn't go to the store to get supplies I was inspired by things I had on hand. Not too long ago I got some really adorable spring washi tape from my most favorite Pick Your Plum. I also received a pack of Jumbo Popsicle Sticks from the wonderful people at CraftProjectIdeas.com.

Put these two together and I created our Spring Has Sprung Activity Jar!

First up I got out my Jumbo Popsicle Sticks. These are a must-have for my craft stash...there is always something fun you can create with them.

I covered each stick in a strip of cute, springy washi tape.

Then on the back of each stick I wrote a fun spring-time activity my kids would enjoy. Well, honestly they may not be thrilled about ALL of them...I did include a couple of spring cleaning chores too ;)

Then I simply put them all in a mason jar, set them on my counter, and enjoyed the little pop of SPRING!

But...I can never leave anything alone the way it is. I remembered I had these mini-chalkboard clips in my stash and thought they would add the perfect finishing touch.

Activity Jars like this are a HUGE hit at our house! Instead of turning on the TV or computer when your kids are bored, you let them pick a stick out of the activity jar. They are excited to see what they get, and you get to spend some quality time with your littles...a definite win-win!!

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So pretty and colorful! Love the simplicity. We do a 'bored board' in the summer, but I love this idea for spring break! Now to find some washi tape. It'll be a good excuse to buy it now that I have a concrete idea of what to use it for. ;)

Oh, now this is genius! I can already tell my kids are going to need ideas of things to do! I love all your Washi tape! It is very hard to find out here in PA. :) Good luck with the last little bit of your pregnancy!